Best 9 Meatballs Sandwich Recipes

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Sink your teeth into the tantalizing Meatballs Sandwich, a delectable symphony of flavors that will send your taste buds on a joyous adventure. This sandwich is a harmonious blend of juicy, tender meatballs nestled in a soft, pillowy bun, complemented by a tapestry of rich and tangy sauces. The meatballs, crafted with a blend of ground beef and pork, are seasoned to perfection and simmered in a savory tomato sauce that bursts with umami. The bun, toasted to a golden-brown crisp, provides a sturdy foundation for the meatballs and their flavorful accompaniments. Atop the meatballs, a vibrant array of toppings awaits: melted cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crisp pickles. Each bite offers a delightful interplay of textures and flavors, from the tender meatballs to the tangy sauces, and the crunchy vegetables. This Meatballs Sandwich is not just a meal; it's an experience that will leave you craving for more.

So, if you're ready to embark on a culinary journey, let's dive into the recipes provided in this article. We'll guide you through the steps of creating the meatballs, the tomato sauce, and assembling the sandwich to perfection. With our detailed instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to recreate this delectable dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting, this Meatballs Sandwich is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

THE PERFECT MEATBALL SANDWICH



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This is The Perfect Meatball Sandwich, made on toasted, buttery garlic bread, with an easy homemade marinara sauce and my favorite beef and sausage meatballs.

Provided by Tracy

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 28-ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
7 cloves garlic (peeled and slivered or minced)
¼ cup water
¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 ½ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 large fresh basil sprig (or ¼ teaspoon dried basil)
4 French rolls
Butter
Garlic powder
12 to 16 large meatballs (fully cooked and warmed)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh basil (optional for topping)

Steps:

  • With an immersion blender, food processor, or blender, process tomatoes until mostly pureed--the texture of chunky salsa. You can also turn the tomatoes out into a bowl and crush them with your hands (don't discard the juices).
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic and cook just until it starts to turn lightly golden--watch carefully so it doesn't burn! Add the tomatoes and their juices to the skillet along with water, salt, sugar, oregano, red pepper flakes, and sprig of basil. Cover with splatter screen and bring to a good simmer, turning up the heat if necessary. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until sauce is thickened. Taste and add more salt if needed.
  • Remove basil sprig.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F. Butter both sides of your French rolls and sprinkle garlic powder over the top. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 3 to 4 minutes until lightly toasted.
  • Add a couple tablespoons of sauce to both sides of each French roll and top with 3 to 4 meatballs and 1/4 cup of mozzarella. Bake for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, until cheese is melted.
  • Add fresh basil if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

HEARTY MEATBALL SANDWICH



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A cross between meatloaf and meatballs, this sandwich promises to hold together without being messy.

Provided by q

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
⅓ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
½ small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup marinara sauce
3 hoagie rolls, split lengthwise

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, salt and pepper, garlic powder, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Form the mixture into a log, and place it into an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  • Bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the center is no longer pink. Let stand for 5 minutes, then slice into 1/2 inch slices. Place a few slices onto each hoagie roll, cover with marinara sauce, and sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over.
  • Wrap each sandwich with aluminum foil, and return to the oven for 15 minutes, until bread is lightly toasted and cheese is melted. Let stand 15 minutes before eating. Each sandwich serves 2.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1068.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

MEATBALL PARM SANDWICHES



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 large eggs
3/4 cup grated pecorino romano or parmesan cheese
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground veal (if you don¿t like veal, just use more beef)
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
Olive oil, for frying
6 ciabatta buns, split
1 16-ounce jar marinara sauce, warmed
1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 cup hot giardiniera, drained and roughly chopped
1 12-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained and sliced into strips

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Preheat the broiler. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, pecorino, parsley, garlic and some salt and pepper until it is all incorporated. Add the ground meats and breadcrumbs and, using your God-given hands, get after it and mix away. Do not overwork the meat or it will turn meatloaf-y. You want it loose and supple.
  • Using your hands again, make 6 loose patties to match the size of your bread. Heat some oil in a large heavy-bottomed cast-iron pan (or use a griddle pan) over medium heat. In batches, fry the patties until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet.
  • For the sandwich build: Toast the split buns under the broiler, about 3 minutes. Spoon 3 tablespoons of sauce on top of each patty and top with a few slices of mozzarella. Place the patties under the broiler until melted and golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Place the patties on the buns and top with giardiniera and roasted red peppers. Cut in half and serve with the remaining marinara sauce on the side.

MEATBALL SANDWICHES



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Homemade meatball sandwiches....from the meatballs to the sauce! The meatballs are baked, not fried, and the sauce and meatballs cook cook for almost 2 hours to create a delicious aroma and taste! Mama-mia!

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Meatballs

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 cup soft french breadcrumbs (see instructions about where to get these!)
1/2 cup milk
1 lb mild pork sausage
1 lb ground beef, lean
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon basil, dried whole
1/4 teaspoon oregano, dried whole
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 (14 ounce) cans Italian-style tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3/4 cup Burgundy wine
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons basil, dried whole
1/4 teaspoon oregano, dried whole
48 inches french bread rolls (Should read 8 6-inch French bread rolls, not 48 inches!)
8 slices mozzarella cheese or 8 slices provolone cheese
softened butter or margarine

Steps:

  • Slice the french rolls in half. On one side of each roll, scrape out a hollow trough for the meatballs to nestle inches With the bread you scrape out, save 1 cup of the breadcrumbs for the meatballs. Place the buns back in a plastic bag and set aside.
  • For the meatballs:.
  • Take the 1 cup of breadcrumbs from the rolls and combine it with the milk in a large bowl; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the sausage and the next 8 ingredients; mix well.
  • Shape the mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls. Place the meatballs in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Bake at 450 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes or until browned. Set aside.
  • For the Sauce:.
  • Saute the green peppers, chopped onion, and 2 cloves minced garlic in oil in a large saucepan until the vegetables are tender. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, wine, water, sugar, 1 1/2 tsp basil, and 1/4 tsp oregano; stir well.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add the reserved meatballs; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  • To assemble the sandwiches:.
  • Take the French rolls out of the bag and brush lightly with the softened butter. Place cheese on the flat side of the bread (not the one you hollowed out for the meatballs). I cut my cheese slices in half so that they fit nicely on the bread and cover all the bread.
  • Broil 6 inches from the heat until lightly toasted and the cheese is melted and gooey -- watch carefully so the cheese doesn't burn.
  • Spoon meatball mixture onto the hollowed out side of the buns, and top with the cheese covered side of the bun. Enjoy!

MEATBALL SANDWICHES



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These crowd-pleasing sandwiches are great when you're hosting a holiday open house or progressive dinner. Keep the meatballs warm in a slow cooker on your buffet table, and guests can serve themselves as they arrive.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
BARBECUE SAUCE:
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups water
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
14 submarine buns (6 inches each), split
1-3/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, bread crumbs, onion, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels., Meanwhile, for sauce, in a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, tomato paste, salt, sugar, oregano, pepper and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Add the meatballs. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. , Discard bay leaf. Spoon five meatballs with sauce onto each bun bottom. Sprinkle with cheese. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 96g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

MEATBALL SANDWICH



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Meatballs in tomato sauce with melted cheese on a lightly toasted baguette.

Provided by BIGGUY728

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
¾ cup bread crumbs
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 French baguette
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt, or to taste
1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
4 slices provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, gently mix by hand the ground beef, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and egg. Shape into 12 meatballs, and place in a baking dish.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cooked through. Meanwhile, cut the baguette in half lengthwise, and remove some of the bread from the inside to make a well for the meatballs. Brush with olive oil, and season with garlic powder and salt. Slip the baguette into the oven during the last 5 minutes of the meatball's time, or until lightly toasted.
  • While the bread toasts, warm the spaghetti sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. When the meatballs are done, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to the sauce. Spoon onto the baguette and top with slices of provolone cheese. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes to melt the cheese. Cool slightly, cut into servings, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.9 calories, Carbohydrate 78.2 g, Cholesterol 141.2 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 43.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1473.4 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

MEATBALL SUBS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 52m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 1/2 pounds ground sirloin
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup (3 handfuls), Italian bread crumbs
1 medium onion, chopped fine
4 cloves garlic, crushed and minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons (several drops) Worcestershire sauce,
1/4 cup (a couple of handfuls) flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
1/4 cup (a couple of handfuls) grated Parmigiano or Romano
Coarse salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, (2 turns around the pan)
4 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
A handful flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped, about 2 tablespoons
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
One 14-ounce can chunky style crushed tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 semolina crusty sub rolls, with or without sesame seeds
One 10-ounce bag (2 1/2 cups) shredded Provolone or Italian 4-cheese blend
Shredded basil (sweet) or shredded arugula (spicy) leaves, for garnish
Oven Fries, as an accompaniment, recipe follows
4 medium white skinned potatoes, each cut into 8 wedges lengthwise
Extra-virgin olive oil, to coat
Grill seasoning blend or coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Place ground sirloin in a large mixing bowl and punch a well into the center of meat. Fill well with the egg, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, Worcestershire, parsley, cheese, and a little salt and pepper. Mix up meatball ingredients until well combined, yet not over-mixed. Divide mix into 4 equal parts, roll each part into 4 balls and space equally onto a nonstick baking sheet. Place meatballs in oven and roast about 12 minutes. Break a meatball open and make sure meat is cooked through before removing from the oven.
  • Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add oil and garlic. When garlic starts sizzling, add herbs and crushed pepper. Allow oil to infuse for half a minute, then stir in the tomatoes and season sauce with salt and pepper. Bring sauce to a bubble, reduce heat, and simmer until meatballs are removed from oven.
  • Combine meatballs and sauce and pile into sub rolls, 4 meatballs per sub. Top with shredded cheese and place under subs under broiler to melt cheese. Top with shredded basil or arugula and serve with a pile of Oven Fries.
  • Drizzle potatoes with a generous pour of extra-virgin olive oil. Toss potatoes with seasoning blend or coarse salt and pepper. Place potatoes on a nonstick baking sheet and roast 20 minutes or until just tender. Give the baking sheet a good shake after 10 minutes to avoid sticking.

MEATBALL SANDWICHES



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Make and share this Meatball Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup crushed corn flakes
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups purchased marinara sauce
6 Italian rolls (long) or 6 French rolls, toasted (long)

Steps:

  • Mix together ground beef, onion, Parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, cornflakes, garlic, oregano, pepper, and salt in a large bowl; blend well.
  • Spray a large baking dish or sheet with nonstick spray (Pam).
  • Shape meat mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls and place in prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until firm to touch.
  • Heat marinara sauce in a saucepan according to package directions.
  • Add meatballs and simmer 15 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened.
  • Spoon 5-6 meatballs onto bottom half of rolls.
  • Add enough sauce on top to coat.
  • Cover with top half of roll and serve.
  • Slightly messy but worth it.

TASTY MEATBALL SANDWICHES



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These sandwiches are so yummy no one will guess frozen meatballs are your secret ingredient! They also make easy appetizers if unexpected guests stop by.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 batch of 30 meatballs (frozen or thawed)
1 cup ketchup
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional
6 sandwich rolls, split

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in an ungreased 1-qt. baking dish. Combine the next five ingredients; pour over meatballs. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Serve on rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips for the Best Meatball Sandwiches:

  • Use high-quality ground beef. The better the beef, the better the meatballs will be. Look for ground beef that is at least 80% lean.
  • Season the meatballs well. Don't be afraid to use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the meatballs. Some good options include basil, oregano, garlic, onion, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Cook the meatballs thoroughly. The meatballs should be cooked until they are browned on the outside and cooked through on the inside. This will ensure that they are safe to eat and have a delicious flavor.
  • Use a good quality bread. The bread is an important part of the meatball sandwich, so don't skimp on it. Look for a bread that is sturdy enough to hold up to the meatballs and sauce, but soft enough to be enjoyable to eat.
  • Add your favorite toppings. There are many different toppings that you can add to your meatball sandwich. Some popular options include cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

Conclusion:

Meatball sandwiches are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give meatball sandwiches a try. You won't be disappointed!

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